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£367 Find Cheap Flights from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Airport – Compare and Save

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Everything you should know

Cheapest return fare
£479
Typical prices: £428-£584
Scandinavian Airlines
Fri 30/10Sat 28/11
IST - JFK • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£488
Typical prices: £515-£666
Turkish Airlines
Tue 22/9Sun 27/9
IST - JFK • Direct
Advice from real travellers
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Bring snacks; meal service may take a while after boarding Turkish Airlines.
At JFK, follow transfer signs carefully if connecting to avoid passport control lines.
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Cheap Flights from Istanbul to New York (IST-JFK)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Istanbul to New York that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Istanbul to New York

Fri, 30 Oct - Sat, 28 Nov
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05:30 - 16:45
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18h 15m
1 stop
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17:35 - 04:40
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27h 05m
1 stop
£479Scandinavian Airlines
Thu, 29 Oct - Thu, 26 Nov
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05:30 - 16:45
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18h 15m
1 stop
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17:35 - 04:40
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27h 05m
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£479Scandinavian Airlines
Sat, 24 Oct - Mon, 23 Nov
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04:30 - 17:00
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19h 30m
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17:35 - 04:40
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27h 05m
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£479Scandinavian Airlines
Thu, 29 Oct - Sun, 29 Nov
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05:30 - 16:45
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18h 15m
1 stop
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17:35 - 04:40
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£479Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, 30 Oct - Thu, 26 Nov
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05:30 - 16:45
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18h 15m
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17:35 - 04:40
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£479Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, 30 Oct - Sun, 29 Nov
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05:30 - 16:45
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18h 15m
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17:35 - 04:40
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27h 05m
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£479Scandinavian Airlines
Thu, 29 Oct - Sat, 28 Nov
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05:30 - 16:45
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18h 15m
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17:35 - 04:40
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£479Scandinavian Airlines
Sat, 24 Oct - Tue, 24 Nov
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04:30 - 17:00
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19h 30m
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17:35 - 04:40
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£479Scandinavian Airlines
Tue, 22 Sep - Sun, 27 Sep
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18:40 - 22:30
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10h 50mdirect
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00:25 - 17:10
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9h 45mdirect
£488Turkish Airlines
Wed, 23 Sep - Fri, 25 Sep
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18:40 - 22:30
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10h 50mdirect
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Istanbul to New York flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Istanbul to New York to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport departing in October.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport from Istanbul Airport usually cost between £566 and £791 in October.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £479 on Scandinavian Airlines (29 Oct–29 Nov).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to New York John F Kennedy Airport on a Saturday and more expensive on a Wednesday. On your return trip to Istanbul Airport, you should consider flying back on a Monday, and avoid Fridays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is November, where tickets cost £509 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £660 and £618 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 2 stops stopover the cheapest option at £444 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 16% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 14 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Istanbul to New York

 
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Journalist and Travel Writer, Jenna Scatena is an award-winning travel writer with a love for sharing stories and exploring new places, especially by Vespa. Though she's from San Francisco, she has spent a significant chunk of her vacation days over the last decade eating her way through Texas and sleeping in hotels around the world—especially in California, the Middle East, and Europe.

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Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, The Points Guy, and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Airport

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

£367
Best time to beat the crowds (6% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Istanbul to New York

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Flights from Istanbul to New York: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from Istanbul to New York 
MichaelFlew with Turkish AirlinesMay 2026
Be ready for the culture shock of landing at JFK. Have transport arranged.
Verified travelerFlew with Turkish AirlinesJan 2026
Don’t board the aircraft empty stomach. Bring some food with you because you won’t get any food served for a quiet a while
Verified travelerFlew with Turkish AirlinesMay 2025
We got in line for passport control instead of going to the transfer section after arriving from Zagreb and wasted precious time. We wish there were obvious signs to show transfer passengers where to go. (Maybe we missed the signs?) The food was delicious and the crew were excellent.

FAQs for booking Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Airport flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport was £367 for a one-way ticket and £479 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    The Boeing 777-300ER is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Istanbul Airport and New York John F Kennedy Airport.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    There are direct flights from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Airport on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New York John F Kennedy Airport from Istanbul Airport is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to New York John F Kennedy Airport with an airline and back to Istanbul Airport with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to New York John F Kennedy Airport from Istanbul Airport up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Prefer to fly direct from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Istanbul to New York John F Kennedy Intl.
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Reviews of the top airline flying from Istanbul to New York

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Istanbul to New York. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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Turkish AirlinesOverall score based on 4455 reviews
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Great service. Seat was a bit small but it was fine. Food was great

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Jul 2026
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Great service. Seat was a bit small but it was fine. Food was great

Older plane with finicky seats. Crew often seem to focus on "pet" clients and over extend services to some over others. I get less attention since I'm not a regular business class client. Regardless, I've paid the money and would expect equal attention.

On Turkish it is all about the food and the service. I am overwhelmed with the quality and variety of the dining service offered on business class. I prefer the updated A350 to the older B777 cabin layout, but both are comfortable. Flights left and arrived on time with updates from the captain. I will definitely fly with them again.

Requested food options were always finished. Supplied food items were good but of course not the desired choices.

Very bad experience with turkish airline tk 0001. Very uncomfortable seats and food ran out and crew was not helpful

Worst experience with boarding once we left the wheel chair even traveling business we had to wait with all the crowd for the bus to take us to the plane then climb the stairs with our bags When you pay extra for comfort and convenience and you don’t get any is disappointing

The food we received during the flight was excellent. The service was very friendly. Definitely the best value for the money when flying across the Atlantic.

I liked everything: the work of the flight attendants, the work of the crew, the frequency on the plane and in the toilet.

I recently flew with Turkish Airlines, and I can confidently say it was one of the best travel experiences I’ve ever had. From the moment I boarded, the crew was incredibly attentive, warm, and professional. They went above and beyond to ensure everyone was comfortable and well taken care of throughout the flight. The highlight, however, was the food! I’ve flown with many airlines, but Turkish Airlines sets the bar incredibly high when it comes to in-flight dining. Every meal was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The variety of dishes, even on a long-haul flight, was impressive. It felt like dining at a high-end restaurant at 35,000 feet! The seats were comfortable, the entertainment options were great, and the overall atmosphere made the journey enjoyable. Turkish Airlines truly excels in combining luxury and hospitality. I wouldn’t hesitate to fly with them again—highly recommend!

Old aircraft, very very low business class standards, no privacy between the seats, horrible old TVs, tiny bathrooms.

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